Greener Glamping

The Straw Bale Roundhouse

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Relaxing on the new bowling green...not quite flat though...

That was a seriously hard but rewarding days work...time for a cider now!

The roundhouse before her paint job ready for our first bio energy meditation retreat.

Ty Mam Mawr and the dragons breath in the Dee Valley below

Ty Mam Mawr - Roundhouse - Exterior West Elevation - July 2018

Ty Mam Mawr - Roundhouse and yurt from behind pond

Ty Mam Mawr - Roundhouse and Yurt looking to West - Autumn

Ty Mam Mawr Eco Retreat Centre - Roundhouse and Big Yurt view to Snowdonia

Ty Mam Mawr Off Grid Eco Retreat Centre - Roundhouse and Big Yurt view west to Snowdonia

Dusk inside the roundhouse looking west through the french doors

Night time in the roundhouse by candlelight and a toasty fire

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Right, where to even start with this place, well first of all I spent around a month looking in detail of all similar style places, and this was by far the best looking/sounding.

When we got here both our expectations were shattered by how unreal this place is, it is abundant in beauty, from the miles of breath taking views all around you, to the tranquility of the surrounding area, it is out the way from an busy city style life.
Every direction you graced your eyes with were perfect, I am struggling to put what I experienced into words!!

We were astonished by the views in the morning over Snowdonia as we got to experience the dragon breath sweeping through mountains, waking up to that extraordinary view will be an experience I won't forget for the rest of my life.

Another part of this get away we were blown away by is the night sky, we have travelled to the dark park in Scotland, where it is renown for it's visablitly of the starts at night as they cut a hell of alot of light pollution, but when we travelled to Scotland we were not greeted with the spectacular views as we got in Cynwyd Forrest, me myself, nor my partner have ever seen so many stars In our lifes, we walked out the door of our yurt at night and just stared into the sky, stars beyond stars, again the feeling of awe was unmatchable, we couldn't of asked for anything more!! Another experience I'll remember for life!

Iv'e not shut up about the area, i haven't had chance to speak about the yurt its self, it is a beautiful looking yurt, it was really cosy, incredibly comfortable and very clean with a really nice vibe to the place, and the colours added to the vibe to. But that's just walking into the yurt, once you have the fire going and the sun goes down it becomes massively atmospheric.

I could keep writing more and more about how perfect this place but I'll just write one more thing, last but not least, Nathan and Shayne (the hosts) are two beautifully kind hearted people, they make you feel at home and are extremely helpful, they really did add a whole lot to our experience, and they are living a inspirational life in the Cynwyd Forrest, what more could you want in life than to live self reliant and off grid surrounded with such beauty.

We had a brilliant time, and are extremely upset to be back in 'reality'.

Thank you

Si & Liz
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Simon 20 Sep 2017
Such an incredible experience being so far off grid in the crazy weather that goes on when you're so high up. The yurt was so cosey with the fire on and even though it was minus temperatures outside we were honestly too hot at one point.
The lifestyle Shayne and Nathan have adopted is admirable and we certainly need more people who care so much about sustainability and don't relay on conviences so much.
The surrounding areas are stunning, so quiet and peaceful and some lovely walks to go on.
Thanks so much for the experience.
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Gemma 01 Mar 2020
This place is stunning with incredible views, and at night, you can't hear a pin drop.

Kitchen facilities are excellent, and if you invest in reading the manual or watching the video, life is very simple during your stay.

Communication is good, and I'd highly recommend this place for some quality time out.
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Luke 01 Sep 2023
The big yurt is perfect, it looks exactly as the pictures suggest. The location is off the beaten track and very peaceful. Last but not least the hosts Nathan and Shayne are superb too. Would recommend this place to anyone!
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Reece 29 Apr 2021
We had a brilliant stay. Shayne & Nathan couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful. Perfect place to get away for a bit of peace and quiet but also not too far out if you want to explore Wales.
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Sophie 20 Aug 2016